Protesters with Banner Disrupt Tony-Winning Musical ‘Suffs’

Protesters disrupt Broadway show “Suffs” with banner and chants, calling it a “White Wash.” The show, which won two Tonys last month, addresses racism in the suffragist movement. The protest lasted 20 seconds before demonstrators were removed. The group behind the protest criticizes the show for being “rehashed white feminism.” This is the second disruption of a Broadway show in recent months, raising conversations about activism in the theater industry. The show’s producers and creative team have not directly responded to the group’s complaints. The musical depicts the contributions of Black women to the voting rights cause. The safety of the theatergoers and cast was not compromised during the protest. The protest included a website run by radical, anti-racist, queer feminists. Previous disruptions of Broadway shows have brought attention to climate activism and other social justice issues, showing a trend of activism in the theater world.

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